Junior Sister / Charge Nurse, Band 6- Same Day Emergency Care

NHS; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the NHS as a Junior Sister / Charge Nurse in Same Day Emergency Care. You'll play a vital role in a dynamic team, delivering high-quality care and managing a busy assessment unit. The position is part-time, offering a flexible work environment within your local community.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Access to NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in acute emergency medicine.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients and staff.
• Flexible to work across various areas of the department.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a busy assessment unit in emergency care.
• Promote teamwork and deliver evidence-based care.
• Deputize for the Unit Manager as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team focused

Ability to work within a team

Education

Current NMC registration

Evidence of professional development

Tools

Basic life support

Venepuncture

Cannulation

Taking ECG

ILS or ALS

Job description

Job summary

Junior Sister / Charge Nurse, Band 6- Same Day Emergency Care (30 hours a week)

Same day emergency care (SDEC) is one of the many ways the NHS is working to provide the right care, in the right place, at the right time for patients. SDEC are looking for dynamic nurses to join this team.

It aims to benefit both patients and the healthcare system by reducing waiting times and hospital admissions, where appropriate.

SDEC is the provision of same day care for emergency patients who would otherwise be admitted to hospital. Under this care model, patients presenting at hospital with relevant conditions can be rapidly assessed, diagnosed and treated without being admitted to a ward, and if clinically safe to do so, will go home the same day their care is provided.

The successful candidate will be required to work across both Cheltenham General Hospital and Gloucester Royal Hospital.

Main duties of the job

Our Same Day Emergency Care Unit (SDEC) aims to rapidly investigate and treat patients so they can go home on the same day. Some of these patients may need to be admitted or return the next day for further treatment.

The Unit is a consultant - led service, working alongside advanced clinical practitioners, junior doctors, nurses and clinical support workers.

We are looking for a senior nurse to join our team and help drive the success of the Same Day Emergency Care unit. The role will involve coordinating a busy assessment unit and undertaking a managerial responsibility as delegated by the unit manager or Matron.

Our service is currently 5 days per week, 12 hours a day in Cheltenham General Hospital and 7 days per week, 15 hours a day in Gloucester Royal Hospital

We are looking for an individual who is highly motivated, who can use their own initiative and are open to new ideas. We need someone who wants to work and lead a team and who can develop the service and can implement change. This role would also include deputizing for the Unit Manager in their absence.

You should have demonstrable experience in acute emergency medicine and be able to communicate clearly and confidently with patients, relatives and members of staff.

About us

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region.By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one of our innovative hospitals. As well as generous annual leave allowance, access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Details Date posted

17 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year (pro rata if part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

318-25-T0447

Job locations

Gloucestershire Royal Hospital- Same Day Emergency Care

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN

Job description Job responsibilities

- Promote teamwork within a multi-professional environment as a visible, clinical nurse leader

- Ensure planning and delivery of care aligns with the professional values of care, compassion, and respect.

- Demonstrate critical analysis and decision-making skills in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.

- Influence and facilitate change within the practice setting.

Job description Job responsibilities

- Promote teamwork within a multi-professional environment as a visible, clinical nurse leader

- Ensure planning and delivery of care aligns with the professional values of care, compassion, and respect.

- Demonstrate critical analysis and decision-making skills in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care.

- Influence and facilitate change within the practice setting.

Person Specification Qualifications, Experience and Skills Essential

• Current NMC registration
• Evidence of professional development
• Basic life support up to date
• Knowledge of patient conditions from different specialities
• Ability to work within a team and work effectively with others
• Knowledge appraisal process
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Flexible internal rotation to different areas to the department and trust if required
• Team Focussed
• Strong desire to improve standards

Desirable

• Mentorship Support for Professional Practice (willing to undertake)
• Same day emergency care experience
• Venepuncture, Cannulation Taking ECG
• ILS or ALS
• Acute medical nursing care, AMU/ED experience

Person Specification Qualifications, Experience and Skills Essential

• Current NMC registration
• Evidence of professional development
• Basic life support up to date
• Knowledge of patient conditions from different specialities
• Ability to work within a team and work effectively with others
• Knowledge appraisal process
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Flexible internal rotation to different areas to the department and trust if required
• Team Focussed
• Strong desire to improve standards

Desirable

• Mentorship Support for Professional Practice (willing to undertake)
• Same day emergency care experience
• Venepuncture, Cannulation Taking ECG
• ILS or ALS
• Acute medical nursing care, AMU/ED experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gloucestershire Royal Hospital- Same Day Emergency Care

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN

Employer's website

https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gloucestershire Royal Hospital- Same Day Emergency Care

Great Western Road

Gloucester

GL1 3NN

Employer's website

https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)